Family portraits with toddlers in our Saratoga Springs studio

I was so excited to welcome Andrea’s family back to my Saratoga Springs studio this winter! Now that the family has welcomed Valerie, it was time for new family portraits! Her children, David and Valerie, are simply the sweetest. They were amazing for me the entire session - smiley and happy to cuddle each other! I couldn’t have asked for better models. The family even brought their sweet dog to the session, too! I’m all about including EVERY family member - including your furry ones! Our session was joyful and simple, really focusing on the interactions between the kids and their parents. 

In fact, the portrait of Andrea and her daughter looking over her shoulder is my absolute favorite. As a photographer, there are portraits from every session that speak to me, and my goal every time I pick up my camera is to capture a moment that takes your breath away and makes you feel something when you look at it. This photo does that for me, and it is such a gorgeous depiction of motherhood that I hope Andrea will enjoy looking back on for many years to come. 

After their session, I went to Andrea’s home to complete their ordering session! I loved going to their house and seeing all of their family portraits from our previous session (2 years ago!) on the walls. They were thrilled to update their family portraits now that they have welcomed a new baby into their family, and it was a joy choosing their favorites to display at home. There’s not much more that excites me than knowing my families are displaying and enjoying their artwork every single day. 

Andrea, thank you for asking me to document your beautiful family again! I loved seeing all of you - and meeting Valerie. I hope we’ll get to work together again soon! 

parents sit on tan couch with toddler son, dog, and new baby girl during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom hugs toddler son and new baby girl while sitting on couch during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
brother hugs toddler sister in pink dress while sitting on couch during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler boy in button up green shirt and jeans sits on sofa during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
Dad hugs and tickles toddler boy in button up green shirt and jeans sits during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler boy in button up green shirt and jeans sits hugging black dog during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
baby girl in pink outfit lays on knit blanket during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom holds baby girl in pink outfit on shoulder giving her a kiss during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four hugs standing together during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Family portraits with toddlers in our Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Best of 2023 Family Portrait Sessions in Saratoga Springs NY

2023 was truly an amazing year here at Nicole Starr Photography. This year, I had the honor of working with many repeat families for their new portraits as well as lots of new faces! Every time I show up to a family session, I am humbled and overjoyed that these families trust me to document their memories. I am so grateful to each and every one of them for believing in me to capture the best moments for their families. 

While I will never take this honor for granted, I also love how much fun I have every day at work. My family portraits are never boring! I’m all about laughing and finding genuine moments of connection between everyone. This year was filled with lots of tickles, games, and silly prompts to help bring out the belly laughs! I even brought some fun tricks along with me - like squeaking dog toys - to capture a toddler’s attention. Worked like a charm! 

In 2023, I captured my families all over the Saratoga Springs and Cape Cod areas. From beaches to parks, from benches to picnic blankets, and the city sidewalks… I loved every moment exploring with my 2023 families. This year brought some new locations to me and I am so happy that we have even more options for the future now, too! It’s important to me to find a location that feels authentic and genuine to each and every family I work with.

While I’m thankful for all of the fun and all of the beauty we found, I’m incredibly grateful that I was able to help all of these families create beautiful heirloom albums that they will be able to enjoy for years. Our albums and heirloom artwork are so important to me. I want to create something tangible and meaningful that my families will enjoy for decades to come with their children. It’s such a huge honor to be a part of creating something so important. 

All of our 2023 clients will be invited to our second annual Client Appreciation Event in a few months, and I look forward to seeing them for this extra special celebration to capture some new portraits for them to enjoy! Thank you again for trusting me to document your family and I hope that I’ll see many of you again in 2024!! 

sisters hug sitting on sand dune during Cape Cod family portraits with MA and Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in blue flower dress twirls on fallen leaves in park during family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents smile laughing with toddler daughter in dad’s arm during family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug two sons and grandparents in front of tall beach grass on Cape Cod beach during family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents smile holding two sons on hips during family portraits in front of cherry blossoms trees in the spring with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler boy holds baby brother sitting on top of milk create during spring family portraits in front of cherry blossoms in park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother in blue linen dress holds toddler on her hip on sand dune in Cape Cod during milestone portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug three sons and dad lifts up toddler in front of white trees in the spring during family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents in white button down shirts tickle son and daughter during spring portraits in park with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents stand behind son standing on milk crate while holding toddler son between them during family portraits in park with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white linen dress kneels down holding two sons to her during summer family portraits in park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad runs down ocean side on Corporation Beach holding two children in Cape Cod photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
big sister hugs brother sitting in wicker chair in park during fall family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
three siblings hug standing on Corporation Beach on Cape Cod during summer family portraits with Cape Cod MA and Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four holds hands walking down the beach in Cape Cod photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of five sits on bench in park hugging and laughing during fall family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler boy sits in cream knit sweater with brown shoes on sidewalk photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug while three children run through ocean water around them on Cape Cod beach photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in jeans and white top with wide brimmed hat hugs toddler in jean overalls during spring portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of five sits between sand dunes in white and blue outfits while dad lifts up toddler smiling at him photographed by Cape Cod MA and Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in sweater sits on padded bench swinging legs during fall portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in striped black and white shirt holds edge of wicker chair standing up during fall family portraits at sunset photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family in white button down shirts and jeans pose with toddler in white Saratoga Springs studio photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad hugs daughter on lap while mom leans for a kiss during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in pastel sweater sits in wicker chair swinging legs during fall portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds toddler in crook of arms standing on Dennis Beach on Cape Cod photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds toddler in matching cream knit sweater during fall family portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother in white summer linen dress holds baby boy in blue and white stop on a Cape Cod beach photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in pale mint green dress hugs son on hip while daughter leans against her leg during fall family portraits at sunset photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds out toddler daughter in yellow dress in front of white flowers in NY park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
young blonde girl laughs sitting in grass at sunset for family photos photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom smiles at son on hip in cream sweater during milestone and family portraits in Congress Park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug baby boy standing on walkway in Congress Park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in white dress twirls on sand dune on edge of Corporation Beach on Cape Cod MA photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents pose with two children and one set of grandparents in park in front of wooden fence for fall portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
brothers in khaki shorts and natural colored polos hug near tall grass on sand dune of Corporation Beach on Cape Cod MA photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
baby boy lays on custom knit blanket in cream sweater during fall portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents smile at son holding him out playing airplane during fall portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hold two son’s handspring spring photos by cherry blossoms photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four in pink and blue outfits hug on sand dune during Cape Cod family portraits with MA and Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents sit on bench in photography studio holding daughter in pink dress during family portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of three hugs in wildflower field during family portraits at sunset photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug twin girls standing on beach in Cape Cod at sunset photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Saratoga Springs family photographer Nicole Starr Photography shares her favorite moments from family portraits in New York and on Cape Cod from 2023

Simple and candid family portraits in our Saratoga Springs studio

Lyndsay, Niral, and Ari come to me every year to capture portraits around his birthday. It’s hard to believe that Ari is already 4! It seems like I just met this beautiful family yesterday.  Lyndsay and Niral love documenting their sweet boy’s personality and celebrating each new stage as a family, and I always adore our sessions together. Whenever they leave my studio, my heart feels so full and I feel beyond grateful for another session together. 

We’ve done sessions in gardens and fields, pathways and parks, but it had been awhile since we had done family portraits in the studio. So when the endless rain wasn’t working in our favor this fall, Lyndsay sent me some photo inspiration and told me she wanted really candid, simple portraits with minimal color. Basically like our Little Loves portraits, but for the whole family. I was absolutely on board with the idea. If you’ve been around at all, you know that I believe less is more when it comes to portraits - whether it’s your baby’s milestone photos or family photos in the studio. 

Lyndsay, Niral and Ari kept their outfits very minimal so the focus would be on their interactions with each other, and on Ari’s adorable expressions. I feel like they were definitely channeling a 90s vibe with the matching white button downs and jeans, and it looked amazing on them! Simple and sweet, and it totally works to show their personalities here. Sometimes the simplest ideas really do pay off. 

Lyndsay, Niral, and Ari: thank you for letting me capture another beautiful session for you. I am so grateful to get to work with you year after year and watch Ari grow up! I’m already counting down to next fall!! 

toddler stands with hands in pockets of light jeans in white buttons down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler sits with hands on knees of light jeans in white buttons down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents pose with four year old son wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler leans back sitting in light jeans with white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler leans back sitting in light jeans with white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad hugs four year old son wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler lays on studio floor in light jeans with white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents pose with four year old son wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents pose with four year old son wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad looks at son making silly face with four year old son standing on wooden stool wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
son kneels on bench to kiss mom’s cheek wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom hugs son wearing matching jeans and white button down shirt during simple studio family portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Simple and candid family portraits in Saratoga Springs NY studio with New York family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Capture us happy: family portraits in our Saratoga Springs Studio

When Jen first reached out to me, she was nervous about how her toddler would behave during their session. The last time she tried to do a session with another photographer, they were not able to capture many portraits that she loved and her little one wasn’t in the mood to cooperate. I reassured her that this time, we would take our sweet time and let her daughter warm up to me & the studio, play games, and have lots of fun together. The thing that this mother wanted most was to “capture us happy.” We did just that.

I asked them all about Julianne’s interests and favorite things ahead of time, and had a few toys in the studio that I knew would capture her attention and motivate her to participate. From the moment she entered, she was eager to participate. As a mom of two littles myself, a former teacher, and a photographer of many years, I know how important this prep work is to help make sure little ones stay happy and engaged in the studio.

Julianne wowed her parents with how she sat right in the chair and giggled and smiled for me. She was so adorable, and wanted me to see her unicorn necklace in a few photos. We were careful with transitions, bringing mom and dad into the portraits when she was ready and giving her some say in everything because as we all know, toddlers like to be in charge!

With some patience and practice, we captured the cutest cuddles with mom and dad, and my squeaky toys were a big hit – they even found their way into a couple of photos! I was able to edit them out of a few images, but we left them in others because it’s part of the memory of their session and it’s what made her smile the most. Julianne did a phenomenal job, and really had a lot of fun. The whole time I kept “capture us happy” in mind, and I think we really managed to do that. In the end, Jen and Josh loved the gallery and we printed their favorites as an heirloom album so that they can relive these moments again and again with their little girl.

I’m so happy that we met our goal together - and had a great time doing so! As a family photographer, my job is to really listen to you and your needs so we can capture the moments that matter to you.

toddler sits in pink dress with glitter gel shoes during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
toddler sits in pink dress with glitter gel shoes during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
toddler sits in tan chair wearing pink dress laughing during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
toddler sits in tan chair wearing pink dress laughing during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug toddler daughter in peach dress during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
mother in pink dress holds toddler in peach dress on her hip during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug toddler daughter and mo kisses her blonde hair during studio family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
dad in white sweater and grey pants kneels to hug daughter in peach dress in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
dad in white sweater and grey pants holds daughter peach dress on his lap in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
dad in white sweater and grey pants holds daughter peach dress on his lap in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
mom in pink dress sits with daughter in a peach dress on her lap in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
mom in pink dress sits with daughter in a peach dress on her lap in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
mom in pink dress sits with daughter in a peach dress on her lap next to husband on couch in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography
mom in pink dress sits with daughter in a peach dress on her lap next to husband on couch in studio during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with Nicole Starr Photography

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Family portraits for parents with young toddler in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by New York family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

2022 Holiday Sessions in Saratoga Springs

Happy holidays!! I’m so excited to share a little sneak peek into our holiday sessions this year. I was so happy to see a lot of repeat families this year, and I love when they visit the studio year after year for their holiday portraits. It’s so much fun watching the kids grow, and this year I loved when the children walked in and asked right away about the toy corner and told me, “I remember this toy! We played with this last time!”. It’s seriously such a special moment for me each time a family comes back to my studio. 

The all white studio is so versatile for these classic holiday portraits, and I keep adding to our furniture collection of chairs, benches, and loveseats with linen upholstery and weathered wood.  Every year I add more trees or greenery, and I love how it all comes together so beautifully and I can mix and match furniture, wreaths, and trees across the setups while still keeping everything classic and minimal with the focus on the family and not too overwhelming with props. This year, I created three different setups. 

The one I was most excited about was a collaboration with a talented local floral designer, Samantha Nass Floral Design.  She absolutely nailed the design with the inspiration photos that I sent her and incorporated the most beautiful greenery, winter stems, and a hint of red flowers.  

I’ve been wanting to do another giant wreath setup.  The last time I did an oversized wreath was in 2017, but since then I’ve refined my studio style and I am in love with flocked evergreens, so a flocked wreath with frosted berries mixed in was just the perfect look for the studio.  This was so much fun for some casual family & sibling portraits, and the perfect spot for fun Christmas pajamas!

I added the ornament wall the day before our sessions began when I saw that we had enough room for one more simple setup.  I love everything in muted neutrals like gold and champagne, and this wound up being a favorite setup for just about every family! I love that I have the flexibility and space to do that for families in the studio. 

Happy holidays! I hope everyone has a cozy year with their loved ones. 

holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
sister hugs brother making funny faces during holiday mini sessions with Saratoga Springs family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in green shirts on floor for holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
red headed girl in red dress sits on studio floor with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom poses with three children during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings sit on sofa during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs NY studio photographed by family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl sits in chair during making reindeer antlers for holiday minis in Saratoga Springs NY studio photographed by family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings sit together in chair during studio holiday minis in front of holiday ornament wall during Saratoga Springs NY holiday studio minis with Nicole Starr Photography
siblings play in front of flocked Christmas wreath during holiday studio minis with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
boy in red sweater sits by ornament wall during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
brother and sister in red and black outfits hug during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in black sweater and red buffalo plaid skirt sits by ornament wall during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
boy in red sweater sits with sister in black and red buffalo plaid skirt by ornament wall during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
boy in red sweater poses with sister in black and red buffalo plaid skirt inside flocked Christmas wreath during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
kids in pink holiday outfits sit on bench during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in pink Christmas dress sits in front of floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in pink Christmas dress hugs brother and mom by floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents sit with toddlers in pink holiday outfits by floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad sits with toddler son on lap between floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddlers in pink holiday outfits sit in front of gold ornament wall in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddlers in pink holiday outfits sit in parents’ laps in flocked Christmas wreath during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in pink holiday outfit plays with flocked Christmas wreath during holiday minis in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings play together in front of ornament wall in Saratoga Springs studio during holiday mini session with New York family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four sits in matching plaid pajamas during Christmas mini sessions with Saratoga Springs family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings laugh together during Christmas portraits with with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
sisters hug brother during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings sit on couch in front of gold ornament wall in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings sit on couch in front of gold ornament wall in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
big sisters hug brother sitting in flocked Christmas wreath during Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
big sisters kiss brother during Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
sisters sit together on ivory bench during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four sits together on bench during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler sits in front of bench during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
baby crawls on red and white blanket in front of bench during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
baby lays on red and white blanket in front of bench during holiday portraits with floral arrangements by Samantha Nass Floral Design in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
brothers sit in chair during studio holiday minis by ornament wall during photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family in matching Christmas pajamas with red plaid pants for holiday mini portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family poses with three setups for holiday mini portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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2022 holiday sessions with three classic setups photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Family portraits at Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga Springs

I’ve been photographing this beautiful family for several years now. In fact, I can’t believe Ari just turned 3! This has to be one of our most silly and smile-filled sessions to date. Each year, they plan a special family portrait session in the late-summer/early-fall to celebrate Ari’s birthday. It’s always so special to see these three and I truly can’t believe how big Ari already is!

For this year’s session, we met at the beautiful Yaddo Gardens here in Saratoga Springs! This was our first time at Yaddo Gardens, which had been closed since March 2020. I was so happy that they reopened, and it was wonderful to see the beautiful gardens in bloom and return to some of my favorite spots for family portraits. I can’t wait to be back here more now that it’s open again!!

This was Ari's happiest, most smiley portrait session to date! He surprised all of us with his good mood, and he loved being in front of the camera. He could not stop smiling and giggling, and he absolutely adored loving on his mama. It was special to capture all of these beautiful moments for them. I can’t wait until next year!!

toddler sits on wooden stool in Yaddo Gardens during family photos with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler claps hands during family photos in Yaddo Gardens with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
three year old in tan button up shirt claps hands during family portraits in Yaddo Gardens with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds three year old during NY family portrait session at Yaddo Gardens with Nicole Starr Photography
parents laugh with son during NY family portraits in Yaddo Gardens with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother in blue and white floral dress kneels with toddler and husband during family portraits at Yaddo Gardens with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom and dad in blue outfits pose with toddler sitting on mom’s knee on pathway in Yaddo Gardens during family photos with Nicole Starr Photography
couple holds hands walking down path with son on mom’s hip during family photos with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in blue and white floral dress holds three year old on hip during family portraits in Saratoga Springs with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom and son hug together during NY family portraits in Yaddo Gardens with Nicole Starr Photography
dad laughs holding son up during family photos in Yaddo Gardens photographed by Nicole Starr Photography
dad hugs son from behind during family photos in Yaddo Gardens photographed by Nicole Starr Photography
son hugs mother’s leg during family photos in Yaddo Gardens with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents swing toddler under pathway in Yaddo Gardens during portraits by Nicole Starr Photography
toddler waves in walkway at Yaddo Gardens during family photos with Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug together in walkway at Yaddo Gardens between columns photographed by New York family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Family portraits at Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga Springs with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Fall Family Portraits with Young Children at Congress Park in Saratoga Springs

I’m so thankful I had the chance to capture another beautiful fall portrait session for Henry, Emma, and their parents! I’ve been working with this family since Emma turned 1 and now they’ve recently celebrated Henry’s first birthday, too. Over the years, I’ve watched them grow and become such an incredible family. I feel so lucky that they’ve trusted me with their memories, including this fall family portrait session at Congress Park.

We truly lucked out with the most beautiful day for their session at the park. Early October turned out to be the best time for peak foliage all around this year - and I’m so happy we caught it in time. Henry and Emma were amazing our entire session, playing together and enjoying the leaves. Henry has just started to walk and he loved chasing after Emma as we were together. She was the best at making him laugh, too! It’s clear they’re going to be amazing friends.

I can’t wait for you to see this beautiful session!


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Fall Family Portraits at Pitney Meadows in Saratoga Springs

This family is so special to me because JB is one of Grayson’s best buddies. He and Grayson were born 2 weeks apart and I’ve had the honor of watching him grow up - and documenting him along the way. Since JB was a year old, I’ve captured annual family portraits for him and his parents. They welcomed Henry to the family last year during the pandemic so it’s been an extra joy to watch him grow, too! Our boys are all so adorable and I feel so lucky that I get to work with Allison and her gorgeous family over and over again.

This year, we planned a sunset fall family portrait session at Pitney Meadows in Saratoga Springs. Sunset sessions with young kids can be tricky but with the right tips and tricks up our sleeves, anything is possible! We definitely may have bribed JB and Henry with some snacks for those smiles :o) But it was so worth it! JB and Henry are SO cute and I loved this year’s session.

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Saratoga Springs Family Portrait Session in a Grassy Field

I can’t believe Ari is now 2! I had the honor of photographing him multiple times during his first year of life, so I was elated when his parents wanted to schedule a family session to celebrate his birthday this year. We planned his session right here in Saratoga Springs, and found this beautiful field to shoot in. It was perfect early in the morning - the light was coming up behind the trees and just made everything glow!

Ari had a great time playing with his parents. Their love for him really does shine through in every interaction they share together. I love that they were able to relax and just be with him while I documented it all. That’s how family sessions should be!

Happy birthday, Ari! I can’t believe how much you’ve grown!

mom twirls son during family photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of three poses in grassy field during photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of three poses in field in New York with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler sits on wooden bench during family photos in the park with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of three in neutral outfits pose in field during photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds son during family photos in field with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom holds toddler in green jumper during family photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of three walks through field at sunset with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler walks through field during fall family photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad lifts son during family photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hug at sunset in grassy field photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Saratoga Springs family portraits in a grassy field with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Springtime Motherhood Portraits with Florals and a Boho Egg Chair

I have been doing a springtime Celebrating Motherhood portrait event for as long as I can remember. It’s one of my favorite times of year to create something beautiful with lots and lots of flowers and photograph mamas just loving on their babies.

This year I went with a boho floral setup incorporating our wicker egg chair, and I absolutely loved how it photographed. It’s the perfect size for some cuddles, and it looks stunning with the white walls and giant white window in the studio. Plus, with the new (bigger!) studio, I was able to keep our egg chair setup all spring and we even incorporated it into a few other families’ portrait sessions for a shot or two here and there.

As always, neutrals are my go-to outfit recommendation in the studio. A few families did a gorgeous pop of color combined with those light neutrals, and it all came together beautifully. Scroll down for a peek at some of my favorite portraits in our boho floral egg chair prop this spring!

mother in pink dress hugs son during springtime motherhood portraits in boho egg chair with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in pastel pink gown plays with son during springtime motherhood portraits in boho egg chair with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother and son play during springtime motherhood portraits in boho egg chair with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in purple onesie plays on boho egg chair during portraits in Saratoga Springs NY studio with Nicole Starr Photography
mom plays with daughter on studio couch during springtime motherhood portraits with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother in white dress holds baby during springtime motherhood portraits in boho egg chair with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler stands on  boho egg chair with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in jeans and white shirt holds toddler on lap during springtime motherhood portraits in boho egg chair with florals photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother kisses toddler during springtime motherhood portraits in Saratoga Springs NY with Nicole Starr Photography
toddler hugs mom during springtime motherhood portraits in Saratoga Springs NY with Nicole Starr Photography
toddler plays on egg chair during springtime motherhood portraits in Saratoga Springs NY with Nicole Starr Photography

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Springtime motherhood portraits with florals and boho egg chair photographed by NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Fun Fall Family Portrait Session with Two Brothers

JB is one of my son Grayson’s best buddies. They were born just two weeks apart and it has been so amazing watching them grow together. It’s adorable to watch them interact and to see how excited they get when they see each other, and while most of their playdates over the past year have been on FaceTime, we look forward to getting together in person again soon!

I was lucky enough to capture family portraits for JB’s family in the fall, and he welcomed a new baby brother in 2020, too! We had so much fun playing and laughing together at Saratoga Spa State Park, and the fall colors were absolutely gorgeous in their portraits. Didn’t they do a wonderful job planning outfits for everyone? This blog post is always a huge help for families trying to figure out what outfits will look best on camera!

Just look at this handsome little guy! Soooo cute!

toddler poses in grey shirt at pumpkin patch photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four poses in Saratoga Springs pumpkin patch during fall family photos with two brothers photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad hugs two sons on path in Saratoga Springs during fall photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four poses in Saratoga Springs Spa State Park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom hugs toddler during fall family portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

JB’s little brother Henry always seems to have a smile on his face, and I was so glad we were able to capture his joyful personality on camera during their session.

brothers lay on blanket during fall family portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds young son during family portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad holds son on shoulders during fall portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Check out more of my favorite 2020 family sessions here on the blog!

Did you know that we’re already booking family sessions for next fall? It’s never too early to schedule your family’s portraits, so plan ahead before the calendar fills up!

family of four poses together in woods at Saratoga Spa State Park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents old young sons during fall portraits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Fall family portraits with two brothers photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Oh, What Fun! A Peek at This Year's Holiday Sessions, Saratoga Springs Family Photographer

This is one of my favorite blog posts that I wait all year to share! The holiday session recap!

Today’s post is FILLED WITH HOLIDAY MAGIC, sharing a peek at some of my favorite images from our Deck the Halls Holiday Event in the studio. This year we held holiday sessions over two weeks in November, welcoming so many beautiful families into our Saratoga Springs studio for their holiday portraits.

This coincided with moving into a new house & studio! We moved in and renovated the studio only two weeks before our first session, and it all came together so beautifully just in time for portraits. Our huge new studio had space for FOUR DIFFERENT SETUPS this year, and I absolutely loved capturing a variety of portraits for all of the families that came to the studio.

We welcomed many repeat families, and I always love seeing them year after year and watching their children grow! Plus a few new families, and even a family that drove 3 hours to get here that I’ve been photographing since 2012!

It was a wonderful event and I truly enjoyed every magical moment! Enjoy a peek at some adorable kiddos and families, and so much holiday cheer!

classic holiday mini sessions in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family poses with toddler and dog in front of wreaths for holiday minis with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in red and black dress plays with snowball during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
children play during studio holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in blue and green holiday dress sits by classic Christmas tree with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in red holiday dress photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler lays on bed during classic Christmas minis with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings sit on chair decorated with garland photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
families pose for classic holiday mini sessions with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl plays with Christmas tree during holiday mini sessions with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler and dog pose on holiday chair during holiday sessions with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
boy laughs during holiday minis in studio with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
sisters pose on bench under wreaths during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
classic holiday portraits with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad and son pose by wreaths during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family poses during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler plays on holiday chair during Christmas photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl poses on chair with holiday decorations photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom kisses kids during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl laughs in Christmas PJs during holiday minis with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents pose with baby during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings pose on chair with holiday decor during holiday minis with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
families pose in rattan chair for holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl plays with snowball during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family laughs during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
moms hug children during studio holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
fun on bed with holiday decor during mini sessions photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family of four poses on chair with holiday decor during mini sessions with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girls pose in holiday dresses during Christmas photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family poses in front of holiday wreaths with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
siblings dance in Christmas PJs during holiday minis with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
holiday mini sessions with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
family in matching holiday PJs pose for Christmas photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
dad and son play during holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom and son pose together during NY holiday photos with Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Holiday mini sessions in studio photographed by Saratoga Springs NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography

What to wear & Where to shop | Cozy outfit ideas for your family portraits this fall

It’s not easy planning for family portraits. You worry about finding the right photographer, choosing the perfect date and a beautiful location. Then you stress about finding something to wear, and you cross your fingers and hope for the best when it comes to your baby’s mood and the weather.

From our very first phone call, I reassure families and I let them know that I will take care of every single one of those worries. We’ll choose a date & time together, and a rain date (just in case!). I’ll share a few of my favorite locations with you that I know are perfect at the time of day we’ve selected, and I’ll also help you find outfits for every single person in your family. You’re even able to wear outfits available at the studio for mamas and babies!

Then during your session I will use every trick up my sleeve to keep everyone in a happy, playful, and relaxed mood. In the end, the whole thing is a piece of cake and you don’t have to worry about a single thing — leave it all to me, and you just relax and enjoy a fun hour with your family!

But of course, the most frequently asked question I always get from families is “What do we all wear?” Read on for tips for cozy outfits for your family’s portrait session this fall.

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8 things to look for when planning your family’s outfits for a fall photo session


Layers

Layers add dimension and personality to any portrait, and they also help keep you warm in the fall when the temperature starts to drop! Cardigans, rolled cuffs peeking out from under a sweater, lightweight jackets, boots layered over leggings or jeans, a lightweight infinity scarf. These are all great ideas to add depth and color to your photos.

PRO TIP: Start with a base layer on the kids for warmth — this can be a onesie or shirt underneath their outfit, something that won’t show. Then add their outfit on top! Warm kids are happy kids!

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Rich Colors

Fall is such a vibrant season, and you can add vibrant pops of color to your outfits, too! Plum purple, mustard yellow, navy blue, maroon. These are all gorgeous colors that really pop against other neutrals in your outfits. Plan to use 2-3 colors (including a neutral like white, cream, gray) in everyone’s outfits, and think about what will really pop against the scenery!

PRO TIP: I recommend avoiding neon colors, black, and green.

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Plaid

Plaid looks amazing in the fall, and it evokes such a cozy feeling! Plus, if you choose one plaid shirt or dress you can use all of those colors as inspiration for the rest of the family’s outfits.

PRO TIP: I suggest only having one family member with a plaid shirt because two or more can look too busy.

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Patterns

Solids look great, but having everyone in solids is boring! Bring in a pattern with a dress or a blouse to add a little more interest and personality to your portraits. Just like with not putting everyone in plaid, don’t put EVERYONE in patterns either because they can clash and just look too busy, taking the focus away from everyone’s beautiful faces. Do a mix of patterns and solids.

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Boots

Boots always look amazing in photographs on moms and little girls! For the kids, think beyond their colorful sneakers or casual shoes and find something a little more stylish. You can find lots of cute options at Old Navy and Target in the kids sections, and Gap also has so many adorable ones, too!

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Cozy Knits

Sweater knits look amazing in fall family portraits, especially ones with a little texture. They just invite everyone to snuggle up together! Plan on layering a sweater or two on a few people in your family for the picture perfect look.

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Jeans

If you’re looking for a more casual look, jeans are perfect. A darker wash is the most flattering, and I’d suggest avoiding distressed jeans if they have gaping holes in the knees so that when you sit on the ground your kneecap isn’t showing through at an unflattering angle. We’ll do a few family portraits sitting on the grass and playing in the leaves, so I want you to be comfortable!

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Don’t be afraid to glam it up!

Ruffles, tulle, sequins, a frilly skirt. These all look AMAZING on moms and little girls, and I love when families want to dress up for their portraits! I was so excited when this mama wanted to wear a gold sequin skirt for her session, and it looked incredible against the golden foliage.

PRO TIP: Amazon has a skirt that has become wildly popular for mamas in portrait sessions. Search “chiffon maxi skirt” and you’ll find plenty of colors. The waist is adjustable, and the length changes based on the size. If you’re short, order a Small. If you’re tall, don’t be afraid of ordering the Large or XL for the length. There are tons of colors available, and these look best with a fitted top. Some moms pair it with a white lace long sleeve top (also available on Amazon!). Others like a white t-shirt. Others do a buttoned up chambray shirt tucked into the skirt. Others like a cardigan over a tank top.

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where to shop

For mom:
Lulus
Amazon
Rent the Runway (rentals)
J. Crew
Loft
Chicwish
Gap
Old Navy

For the kids:
Cat & Jack at Target
Old Navy
Janie & Jack
Crewcuts by J. Crew
Gap Kids/Baby Gap
Zara
H&M
Amazon
Rainey’s Closet (fancy rentals)
Lulu and Roo
Mini Boden
Hanna Andersson

For dads:
Dads have it easy. Layer on a button down shirt, sweater or vest, and jeans. They probably already have all of this in their closet, or they can choose neutrals or a plaid or patterned shirt from their favorite store to coordinate with the outfits selected for everyone else.


Pin this image or any from the post above for inspiration for your family’s fall outfits!

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About Nicole Starr Photography 

Nicole Starr specializes in newborn, baby & family photography and has been serving families in New York and Massachusetts since 2012.  She has a portrait studio in Saratoga Springs, NY for families in the Capital Region.  Nicole also works with families year round at her Attleboro, MA portrait studio, and on location May through October in Boston and on Cape Cod.  Nicole has a clean and classic style, and the studio is filled with neutrals and luxe fabrics.  We use very minimal props to keep the focus on your perfect little baby.  Our sessions are relaxed and fun, and we’ll enjoy an hour together (or up to 3 hours for a newborn session!) laughing, cuddling, and capturing authentic smiles and belly laughs with your little ones.  

A Cake Smash Session in our Fine Art Album

Have I mentioned before how much I LOVE our beautiful fine art albums?  They are absolutely my favorite product to create from our sessions.  We fill the pages of your album with so many gorgeous memories, all woven together to tell your family's beautiful story in a keepsake that you'll pass down to your children one day.  

This fun cake smash album went home with Miles' family this weekend, and I just know that they're going to love reliving their son's first birthday through the pages of their album.  Take a peek at their album below!

Their family photos are fun & playful, and their baby boy went to town on his chocolate chip cookies.  I have never seen a baby so excited about his cookies before, and I love that we went non-traditional by bringing in some cookies for his first birthday session!  While he wasn't the biggest fan of his Cookie Monster cake smash, we ended the session with lots of smiles in our vintage bathtub filled with soap bubbles that were perfect for splashing!

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A Seaside Family Portrait Session in Harwichport on Cape Cod

I love the beach.  Seriously, my dream home would be a beach house where I could look out at the water every single day and take a walk in the sand every single night.  So when families ask me to join them at the beach for a portrait session, the answer is always, "Yes!  See you at sunset!"

Cape Cod family photos beach photographer

I had so much fun with Robyn, Pete, and their birthday boy Nicholas during our session together at Pleasant Road Beach in Harwich.  This beach is close to their home, and one that Pete spent his summers at growing up.  The rocks on the jetty, the shingled houses behind the tall seagrass -- they all mean so much more when they have a story to them, and it made for the perfect backdrop for this family's session.  Plus, it was a nice little piece of saltwater heaven that they introduced me to for the first time, and a new favorite spot on the Cape!

Cape Cod family photos beach photographer

Isn't this little plaid romper just perfect for our session?  I love the styling on this session, and everyone's outfits came together perfectly for some modern family photos at the beach.

In addition to family photos of everyone playing together, I love to capture a few quiet moments with mom & dad alone with the baby.  These sweet little cuddles are always some of my favorite moments to capture!

Cape Cod beach family photos

We're now booking family sessions through October, and be sure to contact me now because they fill up early!  By the way, the beach in the fall is still an absolutely beautiful location for photos.  Sweaters, sand, and hazy skies.  Just sayin'.     ;o)